Firearms in the Capitol Legislation Introduced

Firearms in the Capitol Legislation Introduced

Senator Michele Hoitenga (R-Manton) introduced legislation in response to the decision by the Michigan State Capitol Commission to ban guns inside the Capitol Building. Key Points: The Commission’s rule has an exemption for current legislators who possess a valid...
Commission Bans Firearms in Capitol

Commission Bans Firearms in Capitol

The Michigan State Capitol Commission voted this week to ban weapons from within the building, including firearms. Key Points: There are exemptions, including a member of Capitol Security, a law enforcement officer licensed under the Michigan Commission on Law...
Governor Signs Red Flag Laws

Governor Signs Red Flag Laws

A person can seek a court order to temporarily confiscate the firearms of a person they fear may harm themselves or others under legislation signed into law by Governor Gretchen Whitmer. Key Points: A police officer, health care professional, or a family member could...
Last Week on the MLC Blog

Last Week on the MLC Blog

Over the past week, we covered these topics on the MLC Blog… MLC lobbyist Rudy Hobbs shared why it’s important to learn from your experiences and move forward with a fresh start. In the latest move reforming gun laws in Michigan, the legislature approved a proposal to...
Red Flag Law Headed to Governor

Red Flag Law Headed to Governor

In the latest move reforming gun laws in Michigan, the legislature approved a proposal to create red flag laws in Michigan. Introduced by Senator Mallory McMorrow (D-Royal Oak), the bill allows a court to issue an “Extreme Risk Protection Order” (ERPO) to temporarily...